If you want to join the (blogging) crowd as well, you must know the rules of 2017… unless you want your blog to just float around in cyberspace. Whatever you opt for keep in mind that in 2017 you won’t make it without setting the quality bar high. MORE

Look for entrepreneurs and the VCs that back them to have IPO fever in 2017. I expect we will see more tech IPOs in 2017 than we have since 2000. It will be nearly impossible to raise money for an online advertising business in 2017. This scenario will take years to play out, but the seeds have been sown and we will start to see this scenario play out in 2017. These are my big predictions for 2017. And I think that strategy will pay dividends in 2017. MORE

This year, we’ve highlighted 20 that we think will make some big moves in 2017. Two of them could possibly file to go public this year: WP Engine […] The post 20 Hot Austin Startups to Watch in 2017 appeared first on SiliconHills. By LAURA LOREK Reporter with Silicon Hills News For the past six years, we’ve watched numerous Austin technology startups launch and go on to achieve great feats. MORE

Spring 2017 Small Business Owner Report. Starting a Business 2017 business climate curated content economic trends small business startupAre you thinking of launching your business this year? How do you know when it’s the right time? MORE

VCs don’t expect any serious corrections to valuations in 2017 and they seem to be taking financial discipline in later-stage companies more seriously valuing unit economics over “growth at any cost.” MORE

link] Why the LP Outlook is Good for Venture and Startups in 2017–2020 was originally published in Both Sides of the Table on Medium, where people are continuing the conversation by highlighting and responding to this story. MORE

Ok – first nerd joke of 2017 for me. 2017 is a prime number. But 2017 is a pretty special prime. In fact 2017 is a sexy prime with 2011 – bet you didn’t know that! The post 2017 Is A Prime Year For … appeared first on Feld Thoughts. MORE

What could you learn from big players in 2017? Top Five Branding Strategies You Can Leverage in 2017. The post Top Five Branding Strategies You Can Leverage in 2017 appeared first on Brandanew: Content Marketing & Branding Services. MORE

We just finished our second Hacking for Defense class at Stanford. Eight teams presented their Lessons Learned presentations. Hacking for Defense is a battle-tested problem-solving methodology that runs at Silicon Valley speed. MORE

Constant digital changes in 2017 and beyond will be the major, predominant force in the world of modern business. Let’s learn how digital can make your brands special in 2017… Learning how to go Digital? Are you ready for paper-less and efficient digital changes in 2017? MORE

If you are growing at a rate of less than 50% year over year, you should consider viewing 2017 as the year of flat headcount. As budgets are settling down and getting approved for many of the companies I’m on the board of, I’m seeing a general trend of much less headcount growth in 2017 than in 2016. The post Is 2017 The Year Of Flat Headcount? MORE

By LAURA LOREK Publisher and Reporter with Silicon Hills News More than 800 people turned out Thursday night at ACL Live at the Moody Theater to celebrate 17 companies that made the Austin Chamber’s 2017 Austin A-List of the Hottest Startups. “In In many ways, A-List is a lot like SXSW in that it helps shine […] The post 17 Companies Named Winners of the 2017 Austin A-List of the Hottest Startups appeared first on SiliconHills. MORE

You’ve probably already made your resolutions for 2017, but if not, I suggest a renewed commitment to finding happiness and satisfaction in your chosen business lifestyle. Make your resolution today to keep the long road ahead in 2017 a satisfying one. MORE

In our conversation, Burch provided his own insights and added color around Bank of America’s America Small Business Owner Report , which was released in spring of 2017. My neighborhood of Alberta in Portland, Oregon, where small local businesses are plentiful. Source. MORE

We’ve partnered together to publish the 2017 SaaS AE Metrics Report and offer sales organizations a set of benchmarks to compare themselves against industry standards. Since 2007, The Bridge Group has tracked the Account Executive (AE) role and gathered data on how metrics and compensation change over time. This report offers specific analysis and recommendations based. MORE

We asked 16 entrepreneurs to share what’s new in their business in 2017. #1 Our focus in 2017 is giving back. 2017 is one of best years for entrepreneurship and small businesses because with the help of technology, tools, resources and internet you can compete against big brands. MORE

2017 Predictions. Hope your 2017 is off to a great start. Below is a selection of themes and predictions for startups/venture/tech in 2017. 2017 VC Predictions. Accel 2017 state of the union – [link]. Time – Tech Predictions for 2017 – [link]. MORE

2016 was one heck of a year. It started with a fairly big shakeup professionally. I didn’t end up taking much time off; instead I started meeting with lots of people and looking for my next adventure. In July, 2016 I announced the launch of my new startup, Highline BETA. Over the second half of […]. Personal Development MORE

We’re at that moment right before it takes off, and 2017 looks to be the tipping point,” says Tony Zhao, founder of a real-time communications firm Agora.io , which gives businesses the ability to seamlessly embed HD live-streaming video and interactive broadcasting into their app or website. MORE

The 2017 applications for the Colorado Global EIR are now open through April 15, 2017. GEiR terms will begin September 2017 (or once visas are approved) on a one-year basis, with a potential opportunity for renewal up to two additional years. You can apply for the Colorado Global EIR 2017 or email geir-apply@colorado.edu. The post Colorado Global EIR 2017 Applications appeared first on Feld Thoughts. MORE

The post Happy Valentines Day 2017 appeared first on Feld Thoughts. To all the lovers and soulmates out there, today is a great day to reflect on your partnership. Amy and I have been together for over 26 years and she’s sitting next to me as I type this. MORE

Plan to pick up one of these books in 2017 to boost your creativity, or learn leadership lessons from the best Asking for that promotion or finally starting your own business is easier with an inspiring read in your back pocket. MORE

Today, WriterDuet has more than 25,000 monthly users with 2,000 new […] The post Techstars Austin 2017 Demo Day Spotlights 10 Startups appeared first on SiliconHills. By LAURA LOREK Publisher and Reporter at Silicon Hills News At South by Southwest, Guy Goldstein came up with the idea for WriterDuet when meeting with screenwriters and filmmakers. Goldstein created a platform, similar to Google Docs, to allow writers to collaborate on projects. MORE

Look for entrepreneurs and the VCs that back them to have IPO fever in 2017. I expect we will see more tech IPOs in 2017 than we have since 2000. It will be nearly impossible to raise money for an online advertising business in 2017. This scenario will take years to play out, but the seeds have been sown and we will start to see this scenario play out in 2017. These are my big predictions for 2017. And I think that strategy will pay dividends in 2017.

2016 was one heck of a year. It started with a fairly big shakeup professionally. I didn’t end up taking much time off; instead I started meeting with lots of people and looking for my next adventure. In July, 2016 I announced the launch of my new startup, Highline BETA. Over the second half of […]. Personal Development

The post Happy Valentines Day 2017 appeared first on Feld Thoughts. To all the lovers and soulmates out there, today is a great day to reflect on your partnership. Amy and I have been together for over 26 years and she’s sitting next to me as I type this.

We asked 16 entrepreneurs to share what’s new in their business in 2017. #1 Our focus in 2017 is giving back. 2017 is one of best years for entrepreneurship and small businesses because with the help of technology, tools, resources and internet you can compete against big brands.

2017 Predictions. Hope your 2017 is off to a great start. Below is a selection of themes and predictions for startups/venture/tech in 2017. 2017 VC Predictions. Accel 2017 state of the union – [link]. Time – Tech Predictions for 2017 – [link].

You’ve probably already made your resolutions for 2017, but if not, I suggest a renewed commitment to finding happiness and satisfaction in your chosen business lifestyle. Make your resolution today to keep the long road ahead in 2017 a satisfying one.

We just finished our second Hacking for Defense class at Stanford. Eight teams presented their Lessons Learned presentations. Hacking for Defense is a battle-tested problem-solving methodology that runs at Silicon Valley speed.

The 2017 applications for the Colorado Global EIR are now open through April 15, 2017. GEiR terms will begin September 2017 (or once visas are approved) on a one-year basis, with a potential opportunity for renewal up to two additional years. You can apply for the Colorado Global EIR 2017 or email geir-apply@colorado.edu. The post Colorado Global EIR 2017 Applications appeared first on Feld Thoughts.

If you are growing at a rate of less than 50% year over year, you should consider viewing 2017 as the year of flat headcount. As budgets are settling down and getting approved for many of the companies I’m on the board of, I’m seeing a general trend of much less headcount growth in 2017 than in 2016. The post Is 2017 The Year Of Flat Headcount?

We asked 16 entrepreneurs to share what’s new in their business in 2017. #1 Our focus in 2017 is giving back. 2017 is one of best years for entrepreneurship and small businesses because with the help of technology, tools, resources and internet you can compete against big brands.

2017 Predictions. Hope your 2017 is off to a great start. Below is a selection of themes and predictions for startups/venture/tech in 2017. 2017 VC Predictions. Accel 2017 state of the union – [link]. Time – Tech Predictions for 2017 – [link].

Ok – first nerd joke of 2017 for me. 2017 is a prime number. But 2017 is a pretty special prime. In fact 2017 is a sexy prime with 2011 – bet you didn’t know that! The post 2017 Is A Prime Year For … appeared first on Feld Thoughts.

We’ve partnered together to publish the 2017 SaaS AE Metrics Report and offer sales organizations a set of benchmarks to compare themselves against industry standards. Since 2007, The Bridge Group has tracked the Account Executive (AE) role and gathered data on how metrics and compensation change over time. This report offers specific analysis and recommendations based.

Spring 2017 Small Business Owner Report. Starting a Business 2017 business climate curated content economic trends small business startupAre you thinking of launching your business this year? How do you know when it’s the right time?

We’re at that moment right before it takes off, and 2017 looks to be the tipping point,” says Tony Zhao, founder of a real-time communications firm Agora.io , which gives businesses the ability to seamlessly embed HD live-streaming video and interactive broadcasting into their app or website.

Constant digital changes in 2017 and beyond will be the major, predominant force in the world of modern business. Let’s learn how digital can make your brands special in 2017… Learning how to go Digital? Are you ready for paper-less and efficient digital changes in 2017?

What could you learn from big players in 2017? Top Five Branding Strategies You Can Leverage in 2017. The post Top Five Branding Strategies You Can Leverage in 2017 appeared first on Brandanew: Content Marketing & Branding Services.

Plan to pick up one of these books in 2017 to boost your creativity, or learn leadership lessons from the best Asking for that promotion or finally starting your own business is easier with an inspiring read in your back pocket.

If you want to join the (blogging) crowd as well, you must know the rules of 2017… unless you want your blog to just float around in cyberspace. Whatever you opt for keep in mind that in 2017 you won’t make it without setting the quality bar high.

Today, WriterDuet has more than 25,000 monthly users with 2,000 new […] The post Techstars Austin 2017 Demo Day Spotlights 10 Startups appeared first on SiliconHills. By LAURA LOREK Publisher and Reporter at Silicon Hills News At South by Southwest, Guy Goldstein came up with the idea for WriterDuet when meeting with screenwriters and filmmakers. Goldstein created a platform, similar to Google Docs, to allow writers to collaborate on projects.

By LAURA LOREK Publisher and Reporter with Silicon Hills News More than 800 people turned out Thursday night at ACL Live at the Moody Theater to celebrate 17 companies that made the Austin Chamber’s 2017 Austin A-List of the Hottest Startups. “In In many ways, A-List is a lot like SXSW in that it helps shine […] The post 17 Companies Named Winners of the 2017 Austin A-List of the Hottest Startups appeared first on SiliconHills.

link] Why the LP Outlook is Good for Venture and Startups in 2017–2020 was originally published in Both Sides of the Table on Medium, where people are continuing the conversation by highlighting and responding to this story.

In our conversation, Burch provided his own insights and added color around Bank of America’s America Small Business Owner Report , which was released in spring of 2017. My neighborhood of Alberta in Portland, Oregon, where small local businesses are plentiful. Source.

This year, we’ve highlighted 20 that we think will make some big moves in 2017. Two of them could possibly file to go public this year: WP Engine […] The post 20 Hot Austin Startups to Watch in 2017 appeared first on SiliconHills. By LAURA LOREK Reporter with Silicon Hills News For the past six years, we’ve watched numerous Austin technology startups launch and go on to achieve great feats.